How often does a timing chain need changing?
between 80,000 and 120,000 miles
The timing chain normally needs to be replaced between 80,000 and 120,000 miles unless there is a specific problem. Issues with the chain are common in higher mileage vehicles.
Is it worth it to replace timing chain?
Unless there is a specific problem, the timing chain normally needs to be replaced between 80,000 and 120,000 miles. If you drive an older vehicle, or one close to 100,000 miles, you should have it replaced or at least become aware of the symptoms of a failing timing chain.
What happens if timing chain is not replaced?
Engine won’t start or fails A broken timing chain will cause an engine to not start or fail while driving. If the belt is already broken, the engine won’t have enough compression to start. If it breaks or jumps while driving, the pistons will be damaged from contact with the valves.
Do you need a timing chain for a Vectra?
First find out if you have a cambelt or a timing chain, the non common rail diesels use a chain which AFAIK doesn’t have a service interval (the 2.2 petrol had a problem with chains, but not the diesel vectras).
When do you know to change the timing chain?
A timing chain runs inside the engine, as it needs to be lubricated by the engine oil. A timing belt typically needs to be replaced between 40,000 and 100,000 miles depending on the vehicle and it’s a few hundred dollar repair. A timing chain doesn’t need to be replaced unless there is a problem with it.
How often do you change the cambelt on a Vauxhall Vectra?
Even with having the main dealer always service the car, I somehow doubt that! Here is a quote from the service booklet for a 2005 prefacelift 1.9 16 valve cdti “Toothed belt-replace Z19DT, Z19DTH engine every 10 years/100,000 miles”.
When do you change the belt on a Vauxhall?
Maybe Vauxhall altered the belt change intervals on the later cars though. Ask at the dealers. On these engines which are GM / Fiat engines they are known for the water pump failing at around the 40.000 miles mark , so that’s why my local AA man changes his every 40.000 .
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